Ric Flair, Arn Anderson, Adam Pearce, More Pay Tribute To Steve ‘Mongo’ McMichael
The wrestling world sadly lost Steve “Mongo” McMichael on Wednesday. He was 67.
“Mongo” was a former WCW Nitro announcer who eventually got in the ring, becoming a member of The Four Horsemen and winning the WCW United States Title. He was diagnosed with ALS in 2021.
The wrestling world came together to honor “Mongo” following his passing.
The World Just Lost The Incredible Steve “Mongo” McMichael! He Was My Best Friend Through It All! An Amazing Athlete And Human Being! I Have The Fondest Memories Working With Him, And This Is An Extremely Heartbreaking Loss For Me! I Love You Mongo! You Fought One Hell Of A… pic.twitter.com/yq2YHfWKmf
— Ric Flair (@RicFlairNatrBoy) April 23, 2025
RIP Mongo pic.twitter.com/ex235aWYLX
— Arn Anderson (@TheArnShow) April 24, 2025
Godspeed, Steve “Mongo” McMichael. Whether it was on the field, local Chicagoland TV and radio, or eventually in the ring, you ALWAYS entertained me. All respect for your work ethic and that signature rebel spirit you carried throughout. Rest well, sir. — pic.twitter.com/LTKr4wh62t
— Adam Pearce (@ScrapDaddyAP) April 24, 2025
In Mongo’s honor I’m gonna officially refer to my tombstone as the Mongo Spike. Commentators take note.
— BLACKWOOD (@blkwdxvx) April 24, 2025
Steve ‘Mongo’ McMichael. —-
Four years ago today, Steve shared these words with me—words that will stay with me for the rest of my life. They’re words we can all live by. #RIPMongo #Bears pic.twitter.com/VzlrXnhWwv
— Jarrett Payton (@paytonsun) April 24, 2025
Mongo was always my favorite horseman for some reason. No idea why, but loved the dude.
Rip to the goat
— Tony Deppen (@Tony_Deppen) April 23, 2025
Rest In Peace Steve “Mongo” McMichael… pic.twitter.com/0i1KNFyBR1
— Brian Heffron aka The Blue Meanie (@BlueMeanieBWO) April 23, 2025
i have had nothing but love and respect for steve mongo mcmichael for decades and i will miss him. https://t.co/BD4s0LwDa0
— emil (@TheEmilJay) April 23, 2025
AEW and the wrestling world mourns the passing of pro wrestler and Pro Football Hall of Fame member Steve “Mongo” McMichael. Our thoughts are with his family, his friends and his fans. pic.twitter.com/fC2IzmsDVV
— All Elite Wrestling (@AEW) April 23, 2025
On behalf of Fightful, we send condolences to the family, friends, and fans of McMichael.
